Abstract: Systems and methods of vehicle protection increase the amount of safety provided for the occupants of the vehicle. The disclosed systems and methods are particularly useful in the event of a rollover or roof deformation. In one aspect, a vehicle airbag system includes an inflatable airbag positioned on an interior surface of a vehicle, the vehicle including a roof surface and one or more side surfaces. The airbag, when deployed, is adapted to from a cushion between the roof surface and occupants of the vehicle.

Abstract: A curtain airbag configured to remain inflated in order to protect a vehicle occupant from a rollover event. The airbag includes a deflation mechanism configured to permit rescue personnel responding to the rollover event to deflate the airbag without the use of tools.